kārtika māsa
kārtika māsam is one of the most auspicious months in the bhāratīya calendar. It is dedicated to Lords śiva, viṣṇu and kārtikēya. During this sacred month, devotees light lamps (deepas), observe fasting, and seek divine blessings for peace, good health, and prosperity.
subramaṇya jayantī is celebrated on the sixth day of the waxing phase of the moon during this month. This day is also known as (s)kanda śaṣṭi.
Every day during this month, rudrābhiṣekam will be performed from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. This will be followed by ṣēja ārati. In addition to the daily rudrābhiṣekam, the schedule of special events for this month is:
| November 3 | 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. | kalaśa sthāpana (temple anniversary) |
| November 11 | 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. | mahā lingārcana |
| November 15 | 11:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. | Group satyanārāyaṇa pūjā (2 sessions) |
| November 30 | Noon – 4 p.m. | kārtika māsa vana samārādhana |
| December 1 | 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. | rudra homam followed by pūrṇāhuti |
This month is also known as puruṣotthama māsam, as it is believed that Lords śiva and viṣṇu exist together on our earth during this holy month.
From lighting diyas to sacred rituals, kārtika māsām is all about devotion, purity, and mindfulness. Let’s embrace this month with gratitude and positivity.
There are several opportunities to participate and sponsor the above events:
| All events during this month – $516 |
| Daily abhiṣekam for this entire month – $151 |
| mahā lingārcana – $51 |
| Group satyanārāyaṇa pūjā – $75 |
